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Plagne 1800 weather in December (Rhône-Alps, France)

Wondering what the weather is like in Plagne 1800 during December? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In December, Plagne 1800 tends to experience very low temperatures and high snowfall. Winter occurs in December. Daytime temperatures generally settle around -3°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about -11°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.

Precipitation

Plagne 1800 in December usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 150 mm for the month. In this month, the heaviest downpours of the year are not uncommon. Carrying a poncho might be your best bet to stay dry. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 14 days of snow.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 75 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Plagne 1800. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Plagne 1800 climate page with graphs.

 

Plagne 1800, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -3°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 150 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
SunshineSunshine 75 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (47 KM, 29 Miles).

Where to go in France in December

Find out more about the weather in France and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Plagne 1800 should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
1/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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